RISK THEORY - LECTURE NOTES 1. INTRODUCTION The primary subject of Risk Theory is the development and study of mathematical and statistical models to describe and predict the behaviour of insurance portfolios‚ which are simply financial instruments composed of a (possibly quite large) number of individual policies. For the purposes of this course‚ we will define a policy as a random (or stochastic) process generating a deterministic income in the form of periodic premiums‚ and incurring financial
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Theories of Motivation Equity theory The Equity theory has its bases on the principle of balance. Everything in life needs to have a balance in order to achieve stability. Everything in excess or in dearth is bad. This principle is applied on people’s behavior in organizations because; their level of motivation is correlated to their perception of equity‚ justice and fairness in the organization. The more equity an employee’s perceived the more motivated they would be to achieve goals and vice
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SYSTEMS THEORY Whitchurch‚ G. G.‚ & Constantine‚ L. L. (1993). Systems theory. In P. G. Boss‚ W. J. Doherty‚ R. LaRossa‚ W. R. Schumm‚ & S. K. Steinmetz (Eds.)‚ Sourcebook of family theories and methods: A contextual approach (pp. 325-352). New York: Plenum Press. Three Distinct But Closely Interrelated Theoretical Legacies Information theory: focuses on the reduction of uncertainty which is achieved by the acquisition of information. Cybernetics: a science of communication concerned
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This paper will explore two different theories and explanation of factors that influence behavior according to theory as it relates to anxiety disorder. According‚ to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America “Anxiety disorders‚ are the most common psychiatric illnesses affecting children and adults. An estimated 40 million American adults suffer from anxiety disorders. Only about one-third of those suffering from an anxiety disorder receive treatment‚ even though the disorders are highly
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Running Head: BRONFENBRENNER ECOLOGICAL THEORY Bronfenbrenner’s Ecological Theory Analysis Abstract Bronfenbrenner ’s Ecological Theory focuses on the individuals’ development in the context of internal and external layers of development. The theory illustrates how environmental influences affect the development of an individual. Apart from the external environment influences‚ the person’s biological characteristics are also part of the primary environment that affects his/her growth
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Biology HL Portfolio The Cell and Cell Theory [pic] The cell The word cell comes from the Latin word “cellula”‚ which means a small room. The cell is the smallest unit of a living organism‚ also known as “the building block of life”. Every living organism is consisted of a cell. There are bacteria (unicellular organisms)‚ and multicellular organisms. There are different types of cells‚ prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. All cells come from preexisting cells. “Every cell is self-maintaining;
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Table of Contents Aim 3 Introduction 3 Theory of Flight 3 History and Evolution of Flight The Atmosphere 5 Humidity Pressure Density Aerodynamics ……..…………………………..………………………………………………….........8-9 Lift‚ Drag‚ Thrust And Weight Airflow Across An Aerofoil 10 Conclusion 11 AIM My aim in this essay to discuss the theory of flight in physical terms with reference to the atmosphere and aerodynamic features of large passenger aircraft
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Theories of Myth Heaven Sherrill Hum/105 January 29‚ 2010 Lisa Kealer-Carver Theories of myth and creation myths‚ how do they work together? That is what I will discuss in this paper. Unlike most papers‚ where you do a lot of research and have a few scholarly references‚ in this one I will base my information form the text book readings alone. In the beginning of studying myths‚ I asked myself‚ “What is a myth”? A myth is an ancient narrative; a word; a story; it is not static artifacts
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BA365 Leadership Theory Mid Term Paper For this paper I decide to look at four of the leadership theories. The ones I chose are Trait‚ Contingency‚ Situational‚ and Behavioral. I will talk about the definitions of those four theories. Also I will discuss the overviews of the four theories including positives and negativities of each. Leadership Theories There is a wide and ever growing variety of theories to explain the concept and practice of leadership; to me leadership is a dynamic and complex
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S K C T DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATION ENGINEERING QUESTION BANK SUB.NAME : COMMUNICATION THEORY YEAR /SEM : II / IV ______________________________________________________________________________ UNIT I AMPLITUDE MODULATION SYSTEMS PART-A (2 Marks) 1. Define Amplitude Modulation. 2. What is AM wave envelope? 3. Define modulation index for an AM wave. 4. List out the advantages of AM. 5. Define the transmission efficiency of AM signal 6. As related to AM
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